Faculty

Jackson received a bachelor of music degree from Missouri State University and a master of music degree from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He joined the faculty of both Evangel University and Southwest Baptist University in 2009. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Jackson is working on completing his doctor of musical arts degree from the University of Missouri – Kansas City, where he studies with Martin Hackleman.

While most of his time is devoted to teaching and academic studies, Jackson also is an active performer in the Kansas City and Springfield communities. He has performed for numerous ensembles including the Evangel University Faculty Brass Quintet, Springfield Symphony, Springfield Little Theater and the Fort Smith Symphony Orchestra.

Jackson has taught actively for nearly a decade. His students often win awards in regional and state competitions and many have continued their education at prestigious music schools where they have been awarded performance scholarships.